Argentina defender Gonzalo Montiel has been ruled out of the upcoming match against Austria due to a muscle injury. He has been diagnosed with an overload of the hamstring, according to journalist Gastón Edul.
Reports suggest that Montiel will not recover in time for the fixture against Austria, and his participation in the subsequent match against Jordan remains uncertain.
The team’s management is considering using Montiel in a limited capacity if his condition improves. However, a more cautious approach focused on his full recovery ahead of the knockout stage is also being discussed.
In their opening match against Algeria, the reigning world champions showcased their strength with a convincing victory, bolstered by a hat-trick from Messi.